Splicer (2nd Shift) at SAMSON ROPE TECHNOLOGIES INC in FERNDALE, Washington

Job Description:

Samson, the worldwide leader in high performance cordage, is seeking a Splicer, who will fabricate and splice various rope assemblies for inventory and orders. Splicers will also practice a high level of business ethics and professionalism while adhering to safety and quality guidelines in accordance with Samson strategy and core values.

2nd Shift Schedule: 2:45pm – 11:15pm

There may be times we require employees to work scheduled overtime on weekends as needed. Applicants should expect this to be a potential part of employment with Samson.

Who You Are:

• A team player who works well with a diverse group of individuals and can build relationships with coworkers.
• Mechanically inclined with an aptitude to troubleshoot minor machine failures, make minor adjustments, and perform preventative maintenance.
• A clear and concise communicator in both written and oral forms.
• An attentive listener who can hear/perceive the nature of sounds by ear and follow verbal directions.
• A proficient computer user with basic skills in Microsoft Windows and the Internet.
• Capable of gathering, recording, and reporting on operational and quality metrics, through manual or automated systems.
• Physically able to twist/turn, reach over shoulders, stand/walk on a prolonged basis, and pull using your arms and shoulders.
• Able to lift 25 – 50lbs frequently.

What You'll Do:

• Perform splices in 12-strand, single braided, and double braided products up to 5 in diameter.
• Install chafe protection.
• Perform all post operations such as seizing, lock stitching, coating, and encapsulation as required.
• Follow all safety procedures and requirements, maintain a clean work area, and comply with 5S.
• Perform quality inspection on the line while it is being spliced.
• Engage in quality control and notify the supervisor or quality control department of any equipment or operation problems.
• Participate in process improvement programs (i.e., Lean).
• Use production machinery, forklift and/or pallet jack, and common hand tools.

What You Should Have:

Education

• Required: Basic reading comprehension, writing, and arithmetic skills. Candidates must demonstrate an ability to use the English language to engage in effective communication within our business operations.
• Desired: High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Experience

• None.

Our Team Enjoys Best-in-Class Benefits:

• We enjoy ample paid time away from the office with a starting PTO accrual of 15 days for vacation or sick leave, 10 paid holidays, a paid personal day, and paid volunteer time each year.
• We prioritize our employees' wellbeing and offer comprehensive and affordable Health, Dental and Vision insurance for employees and family. We also offer free Mental Health benefits and an optional free Wellness Plan.
• We celebrate our success as a team and offer annual profit sharing and bonus structures based on position.
• We invest in our employees' futures by offering a generous 401k match up to 6% of salary. We also offer tuition reimbursement for choosing to further your education.
• We ensure our employees are taken care of during unexpected events, offering paid bereavement leave, employer-paid life and disability insurance, and paid jury duty leave.
• We offer a paws-itive work environment and friendly well-behaved dogs are welcome to join their humans at work in the corporate office!
• All benefits are offered in accordance with our plan documents and policies.

Compensation:

Targeted Hiring Wage: $18.00 - $26.52

Samson has established wage scales for all of our positions, which are based on a minimum and maximum. The targeted hiring rate above is set to allow for employee's growth within the role. The full range for this position is $18.00 (min) - $27.35 (max) hourly.

About Us:

With over 140 years in the rope industry, we are focused on meeting the needs of demanding customer applications. At Samson, we're not just about developing innovative synthetic rope solutions. We also pride ourselves on providing the industry's best service. From pre-sale to installation to post delivery follow-up, we want to ensure that we maximize customer experiences to the fullest potential through continually inventing, refining, and optimizing our products.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a team of pioneers keenly focused on making products that not only meet but exceed expectations. That ambition is reflected in our culture of ingenuity and attention to detail. But at the end of the day, it's our people, not just our products, that make Samson a dynamic company to work for.

Samson Rope is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We are a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran). Employment is contingent on a successful background and drug screen.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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